Re: Co Op Teacher asking the questions

cade

Posted on 12/30/09

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stud. teaching sucked, 2nd one was real bad, i took few days
off ..i lied a lot, first was real good

On 12/19/09, Newbie wrote:
> How awesome are you for asking! I student taught last year and
> here are my thoughts.
>
> First, I think the biggest worry for student teachers is
> whether the kids will like you. No, kids don't have to
> necessarily "like" you in order for you to be a good
> instructor but most of us get into this because we love kids
> and it's only natural that we're concerned about it. It's
> good that you're being proactive in getting the kids ready
> for the ST. What grade are you?
>
> On that note, perhaps in your kids' letters you can have them
> write about things that are "cool" and "not cool" for
> teachers to do. I know that's a bit of a stretch but giving
> them the right guidelines could really provide useful info for
> you ST. For instance, you might have them talk about
> something that their favorite teacher has done with them or
> what kinds of activities they haven't liked in the past. (OR
> perhaps you could just have them talk about good things. I'm
> really just thinking out loud.) But honestly, I always
like
> hearing about what my students thought was "in" and what
> wasn't. It just builds the rapport so much, which makes
> teaching easier. I would also have them talk about who they
> live with at home, what they are good at and struggle with as
> well as any sports they play or unique talents they have.
>
> When I student taught, my own CT introduced each of the kids
> to me while telling me something unique about each of the
> kids. It was pretty neat that she knew them that well and
> they appreciated that she knew them so well. In addition to
> your letters, perhaps you might be able to do some kind of
> activity with your kids and CT because even though you had a
> first day with them in August to do this, your CT doesn't get
> that opportunity in the spring. Just a thought.
>
> Otherwise, I might recommend keeping a notebook for your ST
> where you write down little observations about his lessons.
> My CT did this and I will always keep it. She would always
> write down the good, the bad, and suggestions for both. I
> never felt like she was judging me but really wanted to help
> me grow. Stay supportive of your ST and if possible,
perhaps
> you can get a few teachers together and go out to lunch or
> dinner before he starts. It's an awesome thing to know that
> you have a few friends in the building before you start.
>
> Good luck!
>

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